The kitchen of a Leicester pub has been closed after mouse droppings were found on the shelves and surfaces.
Environmental health officers from Leicester City Council have issued a hygiene emergency prohibition order on Sports Corner in Belgrave Road after visiting the premises this week.
The bar is still allowed to trade but the kitchen cannot be used until officials are satisfied that it has been properly cleaned up.
A temporary notice was issued on Wednesday but the council went to Leicester Magistrates' Court today to have the order made permanent until improvements have been made.... read more

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